ÜMUMTÜRK ÜNSİYYƏT DİLİNİN YARANMA YOLLARI – “AK JOL”

Dohman Ü., Aydın B.

Dilçilik Araşdırmaları, cilt.1, ss.82-96, 2026 (Hakemli Dergi)

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Mayıl Əsgərov Yazarlar Mayıl Əsgərov Ümmügülsüm Dohman Zəminə Rüstəmbəyli Barış Aydın , Mayıl Əsgərov PATHWAYS TO THE FORMATION OF A COMMON TURKIC PATHWAYS TO THE FORMATION OF A COMMON TURKIC COMMUNICATION LANGUAGE: “AK JOL” SUMMARY In the geography of Turkestan, particularly in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, the term “Ak Jol” literally means the “main road,” the “path of life,” or a “road leading to prosperity and happiness.” In the context of a common communication language for Turkic peoples, however, “Ak Jol” symbolizes the path of fraternity that can guide Turkic peoples and their languages toward greater unity. The roadmap for strengthening linguistic convergence and integration among Turkic languages— referred to here as “Ak Jol”—is already becoming discernible. The first stage of this roadmap is alphabetic unity. Although notable progress has been achieved, some Turkic states have not yet completed the transition to a Latin-based alphabet. Moreover, significant differences remain among the Latin- based alphabets currently in use, particularly regarding letter forms and phonetic correspondences. The second stage is terminological unity, involving the creation of shared ter- minology across Turkic languages and its integration into their linguistic systems. Although various initiatives have been undertaken in this field, it is still too early to speak of concrete and lasting results. The third stage concerns general lexical convergence, namely the alignment of linguistic units in both form and meaning. Subsequent stages include the harmoni- zation of morphological norms and syntactic structures, ultimately leading to the emergence of a common communication language or a unified Turkic language. While substantial efforts have recently been devoted to these areas, it remains premature to assess their long-term outcomes. It is unrealistic to expect these stages to be achieved rapidly or simultaneously through natural linguistic development alone. Nevertheless, planned and systematic intervention can facilitate not only the formation of a common Turkic communica- tion language but also, theoretically, the development and widespread adoption of a global language. The realization of either objective would require approximately 30–50 years, substantial financial resources, and, most importantly, the collective determination and sustained commitment of the communities involved. Keywords: alphabet, terminology, lexical unit, grammatical identity, common Turkic language. COMMUNICATION LANGUAGE: “AK JOL” SUMMARY In the geography of Turkestan, particularly in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, the term “Ak Jol” literally means the “main road,” the “path of life,” or a “road leading to prosperity and happiness.” In the context of a common communication language for Turkic peoples, however, “Ak Jol” symbolizes the path of fraternity that can guide Turkic peoples and their languages toward greater unity. The roadmap for strengthening linguistic convergence and integration among Turkic languages— referred to here as “Ak Jol”—is already becoming discernible. The first stage of this roadmap is alphabetic unity. Although notable progress has been achieved, some Turkic states have not yet completed the transition to a Latin-based alphabet. Moreover, significant differences remain among the Latin- based alphabets currently in use, particularly regarding letter forms and phonetic correspondences. The second stage is terminological unity, involving the creation of shared ter- minology across Turkic languages and its integration into their linguistic systems. Although various initiatives have been undertaken in this field, it is still too early to speak of concrete and lasting results. The third stage concerns general lexical convergence, namely the alignment of linguistic units in both form and meaning. Subsequent stages include the harmoni- zation of morphological norms and syntactic structures, ultimately leading to the emergence of a common communication language or a unified Turkic language. While substantial efforts have recently been devoted to these areas, it remains premature to assess their long-term outcomes. It is unrealistic to expect these stages to be achieved rapidly or simultaneously through natural linguistic development alone. Nevertheless, planned and systematic intervention can facilitate not only the formation of a common Turkic communica- tion language but also, theoretically, the development and widespread adoption of a global language. The realization of either objective would require approximately 30–50 years, substantial financial resources, and, most importantly, the collective determination and sustained commitment of the communities involved. Keywords: alphabet, terminology, lexical unit, grammatical identity, common Turkic language. , Ümmügülsüm Dohman , Zəminə Rüstəmbəyli , Barış Aydın Ümmügülsüm Dohman , Zəminə Rüstəmbəyli , Barış Aydın